Palo Verde Fun Facts
In the heart of the Sonoran Desert, few trees capture the spirit of resilience quite like the palo verde tree.
Your Guide to the 2026 Central Arizona Cactus & Succulent Show & Sale
More than 600 spectacular cactus and succulents at the Central Arizona Cactus & Succulent Society Annual Show & Sale
Night-blooming Plants
This spring, the Garden’s trails will be blanketed with a variety of flowers, including those of night-blooming cactus.
From Sunrise to Starlight: Experience the Garden Day and Night
Whether you’re an early riser chasing blooms at sunrise or looking for a vibrant night out, the Garden offers a full day of discovery, beauty and connection.
Plant Care Tips During Heat Wave
Record-breaking high temperatures this Spring are stressful for many plants. Despite best efforts to keep plants alive, many will begin to see symptoms of heat and drought stress.
Extended Hours, Lower Evening Prices During Heat Wave
To help keep the outdoors accessible during the heat wave, the Garden will also reduce the cost of admission after 8 p.m. each night.
Dried Flower Bookmark
Spring buds are blooming at the Garden! You can make art that celebrates the spring season by using pressed plants.
Queen of the Night in Bloom
Meet the Arizona Queen of the Night (Peniocereus greggii).The plant is a tuberous rooted cactus with white, nocturnal and fragrant flowers.
Wildflowers to Look For This Spring
Step into the Garden's most colorful season! With recent rains as spring approaches, the desert wakes up in a burst of colors and the trails come...
